Early Origins of the McImie family

The surname McImie was first found in Tweedale in Peebles-shire. They are said to descend from a Norman family from Anjou, in the Seigneurie of La Frezeliere, where their name was Frezell, they were one of the many Norman families invited north by King David of Scotland, and were granted lands at Keith in East Lothian in 1160. The first chief to settle was named Simon Frazer, and his lands were called Keith Simon. Their stronghold was Oliver Castle on the Tweed.

Early History of the McImie family

Early History of the McImie family

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Early Notables of the McImie family (pre 1700)

Early Notables of the McImie family (pre 1700)

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Migration of the McImie family to Ireland

Migration of the McImie family to Ireland

Some of the McImie family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.Another 155 words (11 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the McImie family to the New World and Oceana

Migration of the McImie family to the New World and Oceana

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Alexander Mackimmie, who settled in Georgia in 1736.

The McImie Motto

The McImie Motto

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.